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Open research questions in Agricultural and Food Sciences

127 gap statements mined from Agricultural and Food Sciences papers in our 4.5M-paper local library, which holds 1,579 papers on the topic — drawn mostly from each paper's own stated research gap, future-work, challenge and limitation notes, and its abstract. The ones listed below are a selection still marked open; each names the study that raised it, with a DOI link where the paper has one.

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  • There is a lack of standardization in the nutritional composition of lactose compounds.

    ANÁLISE COMPARATIVA E AGRUPAMENTO MULTIVARIADO DA COMPOSIÇÃO NUTRICIONAL DE COMPOSTOS LÁCTEOS · 2026 · DOI

  • Further studies could investigate the effects of flour quality on the final quality of baked goods. Research could also explore the development of new flour types with improved technological qualities.

    QUALIDADE TECNOLÓGICA DA FARINHA DE TRIGO TIPO 00: COMPARAÇÃO COM FARINHA TIPO I E APLICAÇÕES INDUSTRIAIS · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a need to understand the differences in technological quality between type I and type 00 wheat flour. The study aims to address this gap by comparing the composition and rheological properties of the two flour types.

    QUALIDADE TECNOLÓGICA DA FARINHA DE TRIGO TIPO 00: COMPARAÇÃO COM FARINHA TIPO I E APLICAÇÕES INDUSTRIAIS · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a lack of knowledge on EP's effects on human health and the environment. There is a need for further research on EP's applications and effects.

    EXTRATO PIROLENHOSO NA AGRICULTURA E EM SISTEMAS AGROINDUSTRIAIS: REVISÃO · 2026 · DOI

  • The study suggests the need for further research on the hydrogen technology field. The paper notes the potential applications of the study's findings for research and development in the hydrogen field. The study highlights the importance of continued technological monitoring and analysis of patent data.

    Monitoramento Tecnológico da Cadeia do Hidrogênio: análise de patentes e implicações para a Gestão da Inovação · 2026 · DOI

  • The study highlights the need for further research on the hydrogen technology field.

    Monitoramento Tecnológico da Cadeia do Hidrogênio: análise de patentes e implicações para a Gestão da Inovação · 2026 · DOI

  • Further studies should investigate the application of the Monitoramento Automático Contínuo technique in other contaminated areas. Further studies should evaluate the effectiveness of other techniques for investigating soil vapor intrusion. Further studies should consider the impact of meteorological conditions on soil vapor intrusion.

    Comparação entre técnicas para investigação ambiental da intrusão de vapores do solo – Estudo de caso: São Paulo – SP · 2026 · DOI

  • The paper identifies the need for more assertive diagnosis of vapor intrusion processes. The paper highlights the importance of considering meteorological conditions during sampling. The paper does not provide a clear research gap statement.

    Comparação entre técnicas para investigação ambiental da intrusão de vapores do solo – Estudo de caso: São Paulo – SP · 2026 · DOI

  • The study notes that the existing literature lacks a detailed analysis of the organisms' development and their influence on the economy.

    Sobre a evolução dos organismos de coordenação económica ligados à lavoura (II) · 2026 · DOI

  • The paper highlights the need to balance creative expression with theoretical and conceptual rigor.

    Das técnicas de costura às técnicas de si · 2026 · DOI

  • The study highlights the need for a new approach to fashion creation, one that takes into account the relationships between fashion, technique, and philosophical thought.

    Das técnicas de costura às técnicas de si · 2026 · DOI

  • The need to analyze the implementation of the oil palm bioeconomy in the Pará Amazon.

    Bioeconomia e captura verde através de monocultivos do dendê: o caso do Vale do Acará no estado do Pará · 2026 · DOI

  • Lack of certification among agroproducers. Limited knowledge of production costs among agroproducers. Influence of intermediaries on the monthly income of agroproducers.

    Estrategias de comercialización para los agroproductores azuayos basadas en principios de comercio justo y sostenibilidad · 2026 · DOI

  • Future research could explore the impact of fair trade principles on the economic conditions of agroproducers. Future research could investigate the effectiveness of institutional support and better marketing strategies. Future research could analyze the challenges faced by agroproducers in different regions.

    Estrategias de comercialización para los agroproductores azuayos basadas en principios de comercio justo y sostenibilidad · 2026 · DOI

  • The need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in Brazil. The lack of information on the carbon stock in Cerrado soils under the ILP system.

    ESTOQUE DE CARBONO E MATÉRIA ORGÂNICA SOLOS DE CERRADO SOB SISTEMA DE INTEGRAÇÃO LAVOURA-PECUÁRIA (ILP) · 2026 · DOI

  • Future research should evaluate the impact of the material on students' interest and knowledge about regional biodiversity. Further studies can investigate the adaptation of the material for use in other regional contexts.

    Pensar global, agir local: desenvolvimento de um material didático regionalizado · 2026 · DOI

  • The lack of regionalized teaching materials is a gap in the current research. The need for adapted teaching materials that consider regional contexts is a research gap.

    Pensar global, agir local: desenvolvimento de um material didático regionalizado · 2026 · DOI

  • Future research should examine the effectiveness of microinfluencer marketing. Future research should analyze the factors that contribute to the success of microinfluencers. Future research should discuss the implications of microinfluencer marketing for the marketing industry.

    Bruna Lins: A ascensão dos microinfluenciadores digitais no endosso de marcas · 2026 · DOI

  • A falta de estudos sobre a aplicação da IA na indústria de Óleo e Gás. A necessidade de desenvolver soluções mais eficientes e seguras para a indústria.

    INTELIGÊNCIA ARTIFICIAL NA INDÚSTRIA DE ÓLEO E GÁS: FUNDAMENTOS TECNOLÓGICOS E IMPLEMENTAÇÃO NA MANUFATURA · 2026 · DOI

  • The paper identifies a gap in the understanding of Rondônia's economic development, - The study aims to fill this gap by analyzing export data and identifying trends and opportunities…

    Exportações Agropecuárias e Minerais de Rondônia: Contribuições para a Economia Brasileira e Competitividade Global · 2026 · DOI

  • A falta de estudos sobre as perdas de ferro-gusa associadas às etapas de dessulfuração e escumagem em aciarias integradas. A necessidade de quantificar e discutir as perdas metálicas e estimar o impacto econômico das perdas.

    ANÁLISE DAS PERDAS DE FERRO-GUSA APÓS DESSULFURAÇÃO E ESCUMAGEM EM UMA ACIARIA: CAUSAS OPERACIONAIS E IMPACTO ECONÔMICO · 2026 · DOI

  • Ensuring compliance with EU law, - Balancing the need for constraint with the need to respect the autonomy of member states, - Determining the appropriate level of financial…

    Sancţiunile pecuniare în faţa Curţii de Justiţie a Uniunii Europene · 2026 · DOI

  • The need for a means of constraint to ensure compliance with EU law, - The lack of effectiveness of simple warnings in ensuring…

    Sancţiunile pecuniare în faţa Curţii de Justiţie a Uniunii Europene · 2026 · DOI

  • Desenvolver estudos que integrem biotecnologia, pesquisa científica e educação para a conservação de espécies ameaçadas - Investigar o potencial da engenharia genética para auxiliar na recuperação de populações…

    BIOTECNOLOGIA APLICADA À CONSERVAÇÃO: O PAPEL DA ENGENHARIA GENÉTICA, BIÓLOGOS, E EDUCAÇÃO NA PROTEÇÃO DE ESPÉCIES AMEAÇADAS · 2026 · DOI

  • A falta de integração entre avanços biotecnológicos, pesquisa científica e processos educativos - A necessidade de desenvolver estratégias eficazes para a conservação de espécies…

    BIOTECNOLOGIA APLICADA À CONSERVAÇÃO: O PAPEL DA ENGENHARIA GENÉTICA, BIÓLOGOS, E EDUCAÇÃO NA PROTEÇÃO DE ESPÉCIES AMEAÇADAS · 2026 · DOI

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Open questions raised by papers listed on this page include: (1) There is a lack of standardization in the nutritional composition of lactose compounds (“ANÁLISE COMPARATIVA E AGRUPAMENTO MULTIVARIADO DA COMPOSIÇÃO NUTRICIONAL DE…”, 2026); (2) Further studies could investigate the effects of flour quality on the final quality of baked goods (“QUALIDADE TECNOLÓGICA DA FARINHA DE TRIGO TIPO 00: COMPARAÇÃO COM FARINHA TIPO…”, 2026); (3) There is a lack of knowledge on EP's effects on human health and the environment (“EXTRATO PIROLENHOSO NA AGRICULTURA E EM SISTEMAS AGROINDUSTRIAIS: REVISÃO”, 2026); (4) Further studies should investigate the application of the Monitoramento Automático Contínuo technique in other contaminated areas (“Comparação entre técnicas para investigação ambiental da intrusão de vapores do…”, 2026); (5) Future research could explore the impact of fair trade principles on the economic conditions of agroproducers (“Estrategias de comercialización para los agroproductores azuayos basadas en…”, 2026). 127 gap statements have been mined from Agricultural and Food Sciences papers in our 4.5M-paper local library, which holds 1,579 papers on the topic; the gaps come from whichever of those papers state one. They are mostly the research gaps the authors state and the papers' abstracts, plus future-work, limitations and challenges passages. The ones listed below are a selection still marked open; each names the study that raised it, with a DOI link where the paper has one, so you can read the original claim in context.

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